Barbara Gayle Gillespie, 62 of Keokuk died Friday, March 17, 2017 at 3:08 PM at Great River Medical Center, West Burlington, Iowa.
Barbara was born in Keokuk, Iowa on April 24, 1954, the daughter of Reva Mae Wear. A lifetime resident of Keokuk, Barbara was employed at Henniges in Keokuk for over 43 years. She was a creative person - sewing, crafts, enjoyed NASCAR Racing, playing pool, and fishing. She was a lifetime member of USW Local 444.
Barbara is survived by her one son Jerry (Brandy) Gillespie of Lewiston, Utah, former daughter-in-law Jonell Gillespie of Keokuk, Iowa; six grandchildren: Garrett, Madysen, Dicota, Alliecia, Arianna, Allison Gillespie and one brother, J.R. Bryant of Alexandria, Missouri.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Barbara's life will be celebrated with family and friends gathering from 7 to 10 PM, Friday, March 24, 2017 at the Keokuk Labor Temple. A benefit dinner will be held at the Keokuk Labor Temple on Friday from 6 to 7 PM.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the funeral home.
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